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Village cooperatives to support street vendors, MSMEs: minister

The Indonesian government is using village cooperatives (KDMP) to support street vendors and MSMEs through affordable goods supply and rural economic hubs. With 80,000 cooperatives inaugurated in July 2025, the government targets completing facilities for all by end-2026 to strengthen rural economies and economic independence.

Holistic approach needed to tackle Indonesia's waste crisis: minister

Indonesia's waste minister has called for a holistic approach to tackle the nation's critical waste crisis, noting that the country ranks as the world's fifth-largest waste producer and third-largest generator of plastic waste. He advocates a strategic shift towards upstream waste reduction at household and community levels, citing successful community-based sorting practices in regions such as Banyuwangi and Klungkung that have significantly reduced landfill volumes. The approach seeks to balan

Is ASEAN Changing its Tune on Myanmar?

ASEAN's Five Point Consensus on Myanmar, established in 2021 following the military coup, has proven largely ineffective in fostering dialogue or ending violence after five years of implementation. Following Myanmar's contested elections in January 2026, some ASEAN member states are signalling a potential policy review, with proposals including a full-time envoy and deeper engagement with a new Myanmar administration. However, achieving meaningful progress remains uncertain given the fractured o

Nutrition programme targets pregnant women and toddlers through PKK

Indonesia's Minister of Population and Family Development announced a nutrition distribution and education programme (MBG) targeting pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers outside early childhood education, implemented through approximately 597,000 Family Assistance Team members drawn from village-level PKK administrators. The minister stressed the need for comprehensive regional coordination and public education to ensure programme success, particularly emphasising that newly appoi

RI, British Council partner to strengthen madrasah English teaching

Indonesia's Religious Affairs Ministry and the British Council have launched a partnership to enhance English teaching in madrasahs, aligned with the Indonesia-UK Strategic Partnership. A pilot professional development programme has trained 613 madrasah teachers across nearly all provinces through competency mapping and online instruction. The initiative aims to strengthen teachers' pedagogical skills while expanding students' access to higher education and global opportunities.

Amid viral case, Indonesian government cites strict citizenship data

Indonesia's government has reaffirmed its stringent citizenship approval process, citing data showing approval rates collapsed from 100 per cent in 2022 to merely 12 per cent in 2024. The Director General of General Legal Administration announced plans to further tighten requirements under a revised citizenship law, citing concerns about improper applications, whilst 714 children from mixed marriages await approval. The statement followed a viral social media dispute over an LPDP scholarship alu

ABB Launches System to Bridge the Future of Automation

ABB has launched its Automation Extended program and the latest version of its Distributed Control System (DCS), ABB Ability™ System 800xA® 7.0, in Indonesia. This system is designed to support the modernization and expansion of capabilities in the energy and process industries, enabling a gradual transition to next-generation automation while maintaining stable and secure operations.

Sumedang Welcomes the Development of the Rebana Area

Sumedang has expressed its enthusiasm for the development of the Rebana industrial area, anticipating that it will boost economic growth and create job opportunities for its residents. The Rebana area spans seven regencies and cities in West Java, with Sumedang playing a key role in three sub-districts designated for industrial development. The local government emphasizes the importance of sustainable development and environmental preservation in conjunction with industrial progress.

KontraS Warns of the Dangers of Politicising the Police

KontraS, an Indonesian human rights organisation, has cautioned against the misuse of the police force for political purposes. They highlight instances where law enforcement has been used to target individuals based on their political ideologies or activities, which they believe poses a serious threat to democracy. The organisation urges Indonesia to avoid repeating past mistakes from the New Order era, where the police were used as a tool for political repression.

JKN Fee Increase Deemed Necessary to Prevent Deficit, but Transparency is Key

The Chairman of the Indonesian Health Economists Association stated that JKN contributions should be adjusted at least every two years, as the current rates have remained unchanged since 2020. He believes that an increase is necessary to prevent a deficit in BPJS Kesehatan, while also considering the economic conditions of the people and ensuring that BPJS can cover all claims. The government is currently developing a plan to save BPJS Kesehatan from deficit, involving the Ministry of Finance an

How to Install the Indonesian Quran App on Android and iPhone

The article provides instructions on how to install and use an Indonesian Quran app on Android and iPhone devices. It highlights features such as complete Arabic text, Indonesian translations, audio recitations, and prayer time reminders, emphasizing the importance of a stable internet connection during installation and checking user reviews for app reliability.

Dutch airline KLM suspends flights to Israel from March 1st

Dutch airline KLM has announced the temporary suspension of flights to Israel, effective March 1st, citing commercial and operational unviability. Affected passengers will be notified and offered rescheduling or refunds, with KLM stating it will continue to monitor the situation and review the decision as conditions evolve. The airline had previously suspended flights to several Middle Eastern countries, including Israel, in January due to geopolitical concerns.

IDX targets 50,000 new Sharia investors by 2026

The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) aims to increase the number of active Sharia investors by 50,000 Single Investor Identifications (SID) by 2026, a significant increase from the previous year's target. This follows a strong performance in 2025, where the company saw an achievement of 43,000 SID, prompting a revision of the target upwards. As of December 2025, the total number of Sharia investors in the Indonesian capital market reached 217,157 SID, with transactions amounting to IDR 11.2 trilli

Jakarta's BPOM finds textile dye in iftar snacks

The Jakarta branch of the National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) discovered that one out of 27 iftar snack samples taken from the Bendungan Hilir area contained textile dye. The steamed sponge cake was confiscated, and the vendor was educated about identifying and selecting food free from harmful substances like rhodamine B and methyl yellow.

John Tobing, 'Darah Juang', and the Legacy of Resistance

John Tobing, the creator of the iconic protest song 'Darah Juang', has passed away, marking the end of an era in Indonesian civil resistance. The song, born from student dormitories and street demonstrations, became a collective voice against oppression during the tumultuous period of 1998 and continues to resonate in contemporary protests. Tobing is remembered as a courageous and humble figure who instilled values of bravery and social justice in his children and inspired countless others to fi

ITS-AAL to Explore Collaboration in Developing a Drone Warfare Study Centre

The Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) Surabaya and the Naval Academy (AAL) are exploring strategic collaboration to develop a Drone Warfare Study Centre. This initiative aims to strengthen national technological independence in defence through collaborative research and human resource development, leveraging ITS's expertise and facilities in drone technology.

OJK and the UK Form Working Group for Climate Finance

The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) and the UK government have established a working group to strengthen cooperation in financing the transition to a low-carbon economy. This initiative, called the Indonesia-UK Strategic Partnership Working Group on Climate Financing, follows a strategic partnership agreed upon by President Prabowo Subianto and Prime Minister Keir Starmer in January. The collaboration aims to accelerate innovation in transition finance and deepen the strategic part

DMI Emphasises Mosque Database to Enhance Social Value

The Indonesian Mosque Council (DMI) is prioritising the creation of a national mosque database to support sustainable social initiatives and increase the social value of mosques. DMI is collaborating with corporations to enhance the role of mosques in community development, focusing on both physical cleanliness and social well-being.

Palembang Prosecutor's Office states that Alex Noerdin's criminal case is closed

The Palembang Prosecutor's Office stated that the criminal case against Alex Noerdin has been closed due to his death. Noerdin, who was accused of corruption related to the construction of the Cinde Market, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Siloam Semanggi Hospital in Jakarta. According to the new Criminal Code (UU No. 1 Tahun 2023), the death of the defendant results in the termination of the criminal proceedings.

Commission XI believes the budget for the Free Nutritious Meal program, which overlaps with education, is a strategy

Chairman of Commission XI of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Mukhamad Misbakhun, stated that the budget allocation for the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program, which overlaps with education funding in the 2026 State Budget, is a strategic budgetary allocation. He explained that the program aims to improve the nutrition of Indonesian children, most of whom are of school age, and that the budget allocation reflects this focus. Misbakhun believes this budgetary strategy should be appreciate

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